Political Speakers

Having closely examined the modern American presidency and American history overall, Mark Updegrove delivers unique insight on leadership and how those lessons can apply to all of us, while also offering perspective on the state of our nation—and...

Deborah Lee James has a three-decade track record of leading, transforming, and driving lasting results in the legislative and executive branches of the U.S. government, and private industry. She has deep expertise in strategic planning, risk management, public policy, cyber...

As a former Chief of Staff at the Pentagon and CIA Chief of Staff, Jeremy Bash takes audiences inside the most important global and national security issues of the moment.  Having seen how major decisions impacting the national...

Eric Rosenbach is a highly-regarded senior executive and thought leader with two decades of experience running complex technology-centric organizations in both the private sector and government. As the former “Pentagon Cyber Czar,” his experience and expertise in the area...

A veteran of TV broadcasting, political campaigns, and Wall Street, Steve Cortes brings unique insight into the always-important – and sometimes comical – intersection of media, politics, and money in America.

As an advisor to President Obama and Hillary Clinton, and to clients such as Toyota, Uber, Intel, NBC, AARP, Bank of America, ESPN, Panera and Procter & Gamble, Joel Benenson reveals the secrets behind effective communication and what...

Javier Solana draws on his extensive international experience to put the current geopolitical environment into context. As former Secretary General of NATO and first High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the European Union (EU),...

Mark McKinnon shares his unique perspective on politics and communications with audiences and reveals the implications and opportunities for them and their enterprises.

Author, former diplomat, speaker and now a sought-after advisor to Fortune 50 and Silicon Valley CEOs, Anja Manuel shares her powerful insights on the rise of emerging markets in Asia and beyond, what this means for us and...

One of the most high-profile business leaders in the world, Carly Fiorina passionately believes in the power of people to transform organizations and change the world.

A daughter of Mexican immigrants who worked her way up from one of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods to serve as a top advisor to Bill and Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden, Patti Solis Doyle is a campaign...

As one of the world's leading mental health advocates, Patrick Kennedy speaks on topics such as eliminating the stigma of mental illness, brain research, the impact of public policy on our healthcare system, and many other mental health...

An expert on geopolitical risk, Willis Sparks shares with audience the market-moving impact of politics in the world’s most dynamic developed and developing states, long-term geopolitical trends, including the rise of emerging market volatility and a country-by-country analysis...

An astute political journalist, Jessica Yellin gives audiences an inside look at the issues and personalities shaping current events.

Transforming live and virtual events, TV-ready speaker, moderator and emcee Nina Easton engages audiences with humanity, insight, and a deep understanding of what makes great leaders.  

Using the perfect blend of analysis and humor, Michael Smerconish delivers an engaging, thought-provoking and balanced dialogue on today's political arena and the long-term implications of the polarization in politics.

Having served at the heart of the U.S. Government's terrorism crisis management team and charged with leading the analysis and integration of all terrorism intelligence, Michael Leiter provides an in-depth understanding of activities that affect our nation's security...

One of the most recognized faces in financial journalism, award winning television host, columnist and author, Trish Regan helps you make sense of today's headlines and prepares you for new economic challenges at home and abroad.

From looking at the follies of newsmakers to highlighting the latest in pop culture intrigues, Willie Geist brings a fun, insightful and fresh look at the serious—and seriously absurd—stories dominating today's headlines.

David Plouffe delivers unprecedented insights on disruptive innovation, from the front lines of momentous shifts in both politics and business.

A visionary leader who believes that national strength abroad begins at home, John Howard provides a vision for the economic future and a look at global leadership in turbulent times.

A new breed of broadcast journalist, Anderson Cooper takes you to a ringside seat as he delivers a refreshingly human account of today's front-page news.

An expert who served in the White House and the Congress, Ari Fleischer provides an in-depth look at the Biden Administration, politics, the media and U.S. foreign policy.

Always candid and insightful, Donna Brazile brings a refreshing perspective and practical sensibility to the discussion of today's political headlines.